Terra Antica – Resort, Winery & SPA

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Terra Antica? The smell of fermenting grapes mixed with lavender as soon as I stepped out of the car. It’s not something you’d expect from a typical hotel, but then again, this place is tucked right into a working vineyard about ten minutes outside Montepulciano’s historic center. The property feels like someone’s elegant countryside estate that just happens to rent rooms – which, honestly, makes perfect sense once you realize it started as a 16th-century farmhouse. The drive up Via Sanguineto is narrow (I mean, really narrow if you’re in a rental car), but the payoff is worth those few nerve-wracking moments when you meet another vehicle coming down.

What makes Terra Antica actually special isn’t just the wine angle, though that’s pretty fantastic. They’ve got this small-batch winery operation where you can literally watch the process through glass windows, and the staff – many of whom have been there for years – know their stuff without being pretentious about it. The spa surprised me too; it’s built into what used to be the old cellars, so you’re getting your massage in these gorgeous stone-walled rooms that stay naturally cool even in August. The pool area overlooks the Val di Chiana, and honestly, the sunset views from there are the kind that make you forget to check your phone for hours. Room-wise, they’ve done this brilliant job of keeping the rustic charm (exposed beams, terracotta floors) while making everything feel modern and comfortable. The bathrooms are particularly well done – good water pressure, which you can’t always count on in converted historic buildings.

Here’s the thing about staying here: you’re close enough to walk into Montepulciano proper (about 15 minutes if you take the shortcut through the olive groves), but far enough out that you escape the summer crowds that pack the main piazzas. The hotel runs a little shuttle service too, which is clutch if you’ve been wine tasting and don’t want to navigate those medieval streets. Breakfast is served on this covered terrace that catches the morning light perfectly, and they source most ingredients from local farms – the ricotta alone will ruin you for the supermarket stuff forever. I’d recommend booking directly with them if possible; they sometimes throw in wine tastings or spa credits that the booking sites don’t mention. Fair warning though: if you’re looking for a buzzy, social hotel scene, this isn’t it. Terra Antica is more about unwinding completely, maybe reading a book by the pool, taking long walks through the vineyards. It’s the kind of place where doing absolutely nothing feels like exactly the right thing to do.

Rooms

• Suite with Swimming Pool View with 2 single beds, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 4 children
• Queen Suite with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Suite with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Deluxe Villa With Private Jacuzzi with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults, 2 children
• Superior Villa with private Jacuzzi with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Superior Villa with private Jacuzzi with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Executive Suite with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults, 7 children
• Three-Bedroom Villa with 3 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults

Reviews

• Sabri from Netherlands (10/10)

  First of all we greatly appreciated the friendly approach of both Mario Morello and Sofia Colella. They've been always reachable for us to make our holiday exceptional. We've enjoyed the Panorama suite, which was amazing. We've enjoyed tasting their wine selection from their own production. I wished we could have extended our stay as it was simply a Heaven on Earth.

• Lisa from United States (10/10)

  beautiful property and great staff who work hard to make sure guests have everything they need. villa was very spacious and beds are very comfortable. breakfast was excellent with quality and selection.

• Maria from United States (9/10)

  Lovely Tuscan feel. Fully equipped kitchen. Lovely outdoor patio with views.
  We arrived in time for barbeque night and really enjoyed it.
  Enjoyed the wine tasting there too.

• Whitney from United States (10/10)

  Everything

• Marie from United States (10/10)

  Everything was AMAZING!

• Piotr from Poland (10/10)

  I would rate 11 if it be possible!!! Everything was just awesome. This place is amazing. Staff is friendly and helpful. Breakfast is delicious. Rooms are clean, spacious and perfectly designed. And the view …OMG !!! This is really place „close to heaven”.. If you plan to go to Tuscany go there !!! Many thanks to Flavio for all support during our stay !

• Julie from United States (10/10)

  Everything, it was perfect

• Abigail from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The tranquility of Terra Antica is what attracted us and it didn't disappoint. With only 8 villas it was a little slice of paradise in an already stunning Tuscany.
  The pool was chilly and delightful in the hot sunshine.
  Breakfast we were looked after by a wonderful young lady who made each morning have a good start with delightful fresh food and choice aplenty.
  You do need a car to stay here if you wish to explore the area but for us, we needed rest and relaxation and it gave us that 100%

• Maria from Switzerland (10/10)

  A wonderful place where you can enjoy a fantastic view and incredible food. It is a small, quiet complex where you feel at home. Lots of privacy and the pool is gorgeous.

• Alexandre from United States (10/10)

  Service is amazing.
  
  Rooms are amazing
  
  Mario, the owner, will make you feel at home

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